Tender

River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

11 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

Shropshire Council has initiated an open tender procurement process titled "River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project," focusing on sensors and groundwater pollution monitoring or control services. The tender, valued at £80,000, falls under the goods category and aims to deploy advanced wireless technologies across the River Severn catchment in north Shropshire, United Kingdom. Key dates for this tender include the enquiry period ending on 25 February 2026, with final submissions due by 4 March 2026. The project is in the tender stage, and the contract is expected to start on 1 May 2026, with potential renewal options reaching until April 2036.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring technologies, particularly those offering innovative solutions in remote groundwater monitoring. The project suits small and medium enterprises that can provide high-quality sensors and monitoring services, contributing to efficient peatland management and carbon emission reduction. The open competition method encourages wider participation, making it ideal for companies looking to expand their footprint in environmental tech services within the public sector. The emphasis on quality and social value in the award criteria highlights the council's commitment to sustainable and impactful solutions.

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Notice Title

River Severn Partnership Peatland Groundwater Monitoring Project

Notice Description

The River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region (RSPAWIR) aims to encourage the adoption of advanced wireless technologies by businesses and organisations across the River Severn catchment. Monitoring the ground water levels remotely and in real-time would enable farmers to manage the peatland more effectively and, in doing so, enhance the efficiency of lowland peat to reduce carbon emissions. The RSPAWIR have identified 10 peatland fields in north Shropshire and have agreed in principle with the landowners to install ground water monitoring equipment on their land. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Shrewsbury:-Sensors./VF3246C5U5 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/VF3246C5U5

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: One-off optional extension of up to 7 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064e72
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012643-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@shropshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY3 8HQ
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG22 Shropshire

Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Porthill
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

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